Drug and alcohol services

Services in Blackburn with Darwen to help people who misuse
drugs or alcohol, and their carers

CGL Inspire provide substance misuse treatment services in
Blackburn with Darwen. CGL, which stands for 'Change, Grow,
Live', are a leading drug and alcohol charity. They work in
partnership with Blackburn with Darwen Council to deliver recovery
services and easy access support to young people and adults across
the borough.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings in Blackburn and Darwen

There are a number of Alcoholics Anonymous meetings that take
place regularly in Blackburn and Darwen for people with alcohol
issues. To view a list of local meeting dates and times
visit: www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/AA-Meetings/Find-a-Meeting
and enter your town or postcode into the 'Find a meeting' search
box (located in the top right hand corner of the homepage).

Alternatively you can call 0800 9177
650 (calls are free from landlines) for north west
meeting information.

If you would like to speak to someone about the Alcoholics
Anonymous meetings you can contact the Fast4wd team at the
Boulevard Centre on (01254) 583957.

Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings in Blackburn and Darwen

There are a number of Narcotics Anonymous meetings that take
place regularly in Blackburn and Darwen for people with opiate use
issues. To view a list of local meeting dates and times
visit: www.ukna.org/meetings/search and
search for a meeting using the 'meetings search' boxes.

You can also call the Narcotics Anonymous National Helpline on
0300 999 1212. There is more information
about Narcotics Anonymous and how they can help on their website www.ukna.org

If you require assistance or information regarding Narcotics
Anonymous meetings within East and Central Lancashire please call
this number and leave a message: 07804 511999. They will
endeavour to get back to you within 24 hours. They are happy
to speak with anyone, although they would prefer to speak in person
with the person who may be seeking help or advice.

If you would like to talk to someone about the Narcotics
Anonymous groups you can contact the Fast4wd team at the Boulevard
Centre on 01254 583957.

Cocaine Anonymous (CA) meetings in Blackburn and
Darwen

There are meetings for people with issues with cocaine or other
stimulants in Blackburn with Darwen. To view details of local
meetings dates and times visit: www.cauk.org.uk/Meetings.html and
enter your town or postcode into the 'Find a meeting' search box
(located in the top right hand corner of the homepage).
Alternatively you can call 0800 9177 650 for north
west meeting information.

If you wish to speak to someone about Cocaine Anonymous groups
you can contact the Fast4wd team at the Boulevard Centre on 01254
583957.

Blackburn with Darwen Carers Service - support for people
caring for someone with a drug or alcohol problem

If you have a family member or friend who is using drugs or
alcohol problematically, you probably know by now that addiction
doesn't just affect the user. Many people are impacted by someone
else's drug or alcohol use, and it is normal to feel worried,
frustrated and helpless. The Carers Service can help you deal
with your situation so you don't have to suffer alone.
They provide support to people in Blackburn and Darwen
who are affected by someone else's drug or alcohol use. The
service is free, confidential and non-judgemental. To find out more
visit their website

Advice and support is also available via:

Please contact the DAAT (Drug and Alcohol Action Team) -
(01254) 585425 - if you require any further information on
substance misuse services here in Blackburn with
Darwen.

Volunteering to work with people who misuse drugs or
alcohol

If you would like to volunteer to work with people who misuse
drugs or alcohol as a recovery support volunteer please
contact Steve Foden, Volunteer Co-ordinator at Blackburn with
Darwen CVS, on (01254) 583957. Steve can also help those
in recovery to access volunteering opportunities.

You can also click here to read an
article from the Shuttle newspaper about a former alcoholic from
Blackburn who is now volunteering to help people with drug and
alcohol problems in the local area.

Commissioners of drug and alcohol services for Public Health,
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

There are a range of services for people who misuse alcohol or
drugs. You can find out more by contacting the Drug and
Alcohol Action Team - please note, this is not a treatment service,
if you want to speak to someone about drug or alcohol issues please
use the contact details listed for CGL, at the top of this
page.